We are seeking a Risk Officer to join our Risk function at Pionew Ireland. You will contribute to the development of the company’s enterprise risk management framework. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented professional who is proactive and confident in taking ownership of a wide range of responsibilities. As a risk officer, you will report directly to the Chief Risk Officer, this position offers a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the evolving crypto landscape and contribute to building an effective risk framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the risk function to implement, embed and develop Pionew’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework including the risk management policy
• Monitor and analyse risks across financial, operational, compliance, market, liquidity, technology
• Conduct horizon scanning and assess risk exposure related to crypto-assets, custody, trading, and settlement activities
• Support the development of risk models tailored to crypto-asset products and services
• Assist in the risk assessment process (identification, measurement, mitigation) for new and existing products/services, processes, initiatives, etc. Assist in stress testing, scenario analysis, and resilience assessments. Review and challenge risk assessments
• Collate and track risk information (Key risk indicators) and collate risk reports for the CRO/Board, ensure timely escalation of emerging threats
• Prepare regular and ad-hoc risk reports for senior management and regulators
• Support with the maintenance and updating of Pionew’s risk register
• Support the development of a robust risk culture and champion risk management within Pionew
• Conduct and prepare risk information for risk meetings with staff and officers
• Carry out testing of key controls including the scope of testing, collection of data, testing of controls and resultant reports to document outcomes and propose improvements
• Support in the delivery of risk training and prepare risk awareness material as required
• Support with the oversight of internal audit findings implementation
• Contribute to audits, inspections, and regulatory submissions
• Support incident response processes and post-event analysis, ensure timely escalation of incidents. Support with the management, oversight and remediation of risk incidents
• Maintain, update and retain all risk related documentation and records

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in compliance, financial services, fintech, or crypto/virtual assets
• Strong knowledge of EU financial services regulations including crypto-assets
• Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Located within Ireland

Desirable requirements

• Strong knowledge of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency markets and associated risks
• Risk management qualification
• MiCAR & DORA experience

Why Join Pionew Ireland Limited?

• Work with a talented team dedicated to maintaining the highest compliance standards.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.